Wednesday, June 23, 2010

Today is a bit grey, we have rain this morning and I am feeling gloomy inside too.
My oldest is going away for church camp on Saturday.
I have had months to prepare, we had to register in Feb.
Today it is hitting me and just a little too hard~
I dont know how I will manage a week with out seeing his sweet face.
Ya see he is only 11......why did I agree to this??
He will be 6 hours away.
I know I know.....he is growing up, but why so FAST~
I am trying to stay strong and not let him see me get emotional.
Even just typing this I have nervous butterflies fluttering away ........
So, as I pull myself together, I hope the days will fly by.

Speaking of flying, I have been working on bugs....ladybugs that is......

A client asked to me create some unique pieces for her ladybug tree.

How cute is that.....all sorts of ladybug ornaments.

I did two, there is Miss Ladybug in a previous post.

When I finished with her she asked me to do a Mr. Bug.... a Gentlemen of course!

He was so fun to create and he even holds a handful of red posies behind his back.

So.....as the week gets closer to an end and our son leaves for camp, I have to remember to let go a little.

I know he will have so much fun and when he returns he will probably be an inch taller ***SNIFF***

So as his week journey is about to begin and he spreads his wings a bit and begins to fly.....

I will embrace the ride.....up up and away!!! (whether i like it or not)

That us at a festival in Galena, Illinois. The hot air balloons were gorgeous!!

Monday, June 21, 2010

Happy Monday......
We had a wonderful Fathers Day with my two favorite guys,
My dad and my hubby, both outstanding fathers.
We grilled and hung out for the day.
I am so thankful for these two guys.
They are great examples for the kids and I truly have two gems in my life~

Speaking of gems....we are planning a combo birthday bash for our 2 girls.
Still working out some details, but I think a tea party is the census.
Since going on my art retreat and creating the teapot with Alice and the rabbit, my girls have insisted on a tea party with a wonderland theme......so my wheels have been turning.
My awesome hubby has been doing some things too....its going to be a fun gala.

In a large skillet combine wine and 1/2 cup water
Bring to a boil; add fish
Cover and simmer for 8 to 12 minutes or until fish is easily split with a fork
Remove fish, discard liquid
Let fish cool or serve with dish warm, its up to you~

In a small bowl combine cheese, milk, dill, lemon peel and 1/8 tsp of fresh ground pepper.
I did this first and put in the fridge to meld flavors.

Spread mixture on cut sides of bread, arrange spinach and salmon and ENJOY!!

This is a great summer sandwich.
It reminds me of the beach or picnicking in the park.
We made it this weekend with fresh fruit......so yummy!!
Kid tested and kid approved too......this one will become a staple in our house.
Chat Soon~

Thursday, June 3, 2010

I am excited to be relaxed and bored......
I feel that I create best with no routine,
I love the kids in the art room with me.
We laugh, we sing and ideas start spilling over.

So, I am excited for that, but......
Yes, there is a big BUT,
I am not excited for the fighting......the messes.....the complaining its too hot.
Its summer!!!! Enjoy it, I am going to try really hard :)
We plan on do lots so if I am not around, drop me a line.

I am still taking custom orders....like Mrs. Bug she is flying off to California~
Enjoy ~ Chat Soon!!